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B975 GCB

1985 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,770 mi
Last recorded115,770 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB975 GCB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 115,770 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 115,258 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swinging arm (6.1.1a)

Fail 26 Nov 2016 115,254 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 100,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2014 111,996 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 10,972 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 10,972 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 105,114 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Nov 2009 102,561 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 96,483 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 96,472 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1200?

Based on 6,154 MOT tests across 774 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
578
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 139
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 126
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 46
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B975 GCB is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 57,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda GL1200 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B975 GCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B975 GCB registered?

B975 GCB is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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